Ecological Relationships in Ecosystems
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Objective
I can explain the roles of bacteria and fungi in ecosystems and how they contribute to processes like digestion and decomposition.
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Describe the role of bacteria in the human gut microbiome and explain how they contribute to digestion.
Explain the process of decomposition carried out by fungi and discuss why this process is vital for ecosystems.
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“Describe how bacteria in the human gut contribute to the digestion of food and explain why this process is important for overall health. Explain the role of fungi in decomposition and discuss how this process benefits the ecosystem by recycling nutrients.”
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